WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) released the following statement regarding the shutdown of the United States Government and its ongoing effects on his constituents."As my constituents...
Himes Statement on Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) released the following statement regarding the shutdown of the United States Government. House Republicans continue to insist on holding the government...
Himes, House Democrats Send Letter to President Obama Supporting Clean Increase in Debt Ceiling
WASHINGTON, DC— Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) today joined 185 House Democrats in sending a letter to President Barack Obama stating their support for a clean debt ceiling increase that ensures the...
Himes, Biz Council to Hold Media Discussion on Need for Congress to Act on CR, Debt Ceiling
WASHINGTON, DC— Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) will hold a roundtable with media on Tuesday, September 24 at the Business Council of Fairfield County to discuss the urgent fiscal matters facing...
Himes Statement on Passage of GOP Bill to Defund Healthcare Reform in Exchange for Keeping the Government Open
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) released the following statement after the House passed a Continuing Resolution to fund government operations after September 30 and completely defund the...
On 5th Anniv. of Economic Collapse, Himes Urges Quick Implementation of Dodd-Frank, Action on Housing Finance Reform
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes released the following statement regarding the fifth anniversary of the American financial collapse:"Five years ago this week, we watched as a...
Himes Urges Support for Flood Mitigation Projects
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) is urging his colleagues this week to help clear the way for new Army Corps of Engineers flood mitigation projects, including those that would help...
Himes Announces $440,912 in Grants for Local Community Health Centers
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) announced today $440,912 in grants to local community health centers in the Fourth District to enroll uninsured individuals and families in new health...
Himes Votes Again for Simpson-Bowles
Washington, DC - Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) voted today in support of an amendment requiring that the Simpson-Bowles plan serve as the framework for federal budget planning. Last year, Himes was...
Himes Statement on Fiscal Cliff Agreement
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes released the following statement regarding the agreement passed yesterday to avert the so-called "fiscal cliff." Himes supported the plan, which makes permanent...